UK regulator threatens universities with sanctions unless they adopt AI-proof exam formats

The Office for Students in England has warned universities that they may face sanctions if they fail to implement exam formats that are resistant to generative AI. Regulators argue that the widespread use of ChatGPT to complete coursework undetected undermines academic integrity and prevents students from retaining essential knowledge. This directive forces institutions to move away from take-home assignments toward supervised, in-person testing to ensure that degrees remain a credible indicator of student capability.